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Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced that its Paragon walk-through metal detector had met the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) Standard 2.1 with SMD performance requirements.  Meeting the laboratory testing requirements and subsequently receiving the review and endorsement of the ECAC CEP Management Group is the most stringent prerequisite to achieving ECAC certification, and grants automatic eligibility for EU approval of the product along with the stamp that marks products as confirmed by the CEP to meet ECAC/EU performance standards. Products listed on the European Commission's KSDA site are also eligible to pursue non-aviation bids and RFQs that list ECAC-certification as a product spec. ECAC certification "ECAC certification is a critical confirmation of Paragon's premium capabilities and suitability for high-security applications in the global marketplace," said Leonid Zelenkevich, Garrett Director of International Security Sales. He adds, "ECAC testing standards are respected well beyond the borders of the European Union, and this achievement will allow Paragon to bring its advanced feature set and industry-renowned detection precision to the fast-moving and sophisticated world of airport security." Leonid Zelenkevich continues, "Airports and other pedigree institutions previously forced to settle for outdated – but certified – models can breathe a sigh of relief now that a modern metal detection system has achieved this important performance benchmark." Long future of product development "More than that, end users can look forward to a long future of product development within this advanced platform, with groundbreaking software updates, powerful new accessories, and other enhancements designed especially to serve the needs of the aviation industry," concluded Leonid Zelenkevich.  The Garrett Paragon is manufactured at Garrett's Garland, Texas facility with appropriate design patents and trademark protections. All Paragon units with software version 2.00.1 or later contain the passing version of the ECAC screening programme. Garrett encourages security customers to insist on buying genuine products from reputable companies to ensure quality, product performance, and effective security operations.

Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced that it has released new software for its premium walk-through metal detector, Paragon.  This major update to Garrett’s leading-edge screening system includes several key refinements and new capabilities for the detector’s performance and operation, driven by the introduction of Garrett’s new, proprietary advanced AI security platform for metal detection using machine learning. Software update Garrett has identified five core areas that will immediately improve the operational experience of Paragon upon the release of the new software update. These include the following:  AI-driven improvement in Paragon’s multi-target alarm indication, which significantly enhances its ability to distinguish the specific locations of threat objects. AI-driven ability to precisely and accurately pin-point object locations without ghosting, zone drift, or over-alarming – known issues for previous generation detectors. Upgraded interference immunity to allow Paragon to operate smoothly at higher sensitivities even in electrically “noisy” environments. ECAC screening programme that recently passed the rigorous requirements of the widely-used European aviation standard. Japanese language menu naturalisation to provide a global customer base a top-tier security solution in their native languages. Powerful platform “Paragon is a powerful platform, and one in which we are going to continue to invest. Unlike some competing products, this software does not require user input and will not evolve its security levels without an update. We think it’s important that our customers can trust what they get from day one and not worry about incorrect inputs corrupting the detection algorithms,” said Aaron Arellano, Senior Product Manager of Garrett. Future updates “This update lays the foundation for future updates that will change industry perceptions on what’s possible with walk-through metal detection systems,” continued Aaron Arellano.  He adds, “AI can be a buzzword, but it is not an exaggeration to say the AI work we’ve done in our development tools is revolutionising what Paragon is and will be capable of doing. This update isn’t just a significant improvement on Paragon’s capabilities; it’s a signal to keep your eyes on Garrett, because there’s much more where this came from.” Effective security operations The Garrett Paragon is manufactured at Garrett’s Garland, Texas facility with appropriate design patents and trademark protections. This update is compatible with all previous software revisions of Paragon. Garrett encourages security customers to insist on buying genuine products from reputable companies to ensure quality, product performance, and effective security operations. For more details on Garrett’s use and philosophy of AI in product development, visit the AI Policy page on Garrett.com.

Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced that it had begun taking orders for its newly released SecureFlow™ Kiosk. Product details for SecureFlow are now live and available on garrett.com. The SecureFlow Kiosk is an enhanced user interface for Garrett Paragon walk-through metal detectors. This tablet-based accessory provides constant access to recent alarm information as well as current walkthrough settings and a live view of the Paragon's zone indication and ready lights. It connects to the detector via a wired ethernet connection. Performance in security metal detection The company says that the kiosk will enhance both throughput and security by improving secondary screening efficiency and reducing fatigue and the impact of any attention lapses that occur with checkpoint staff. "Paragon is the pinnacle of performance in security metal detection, and the SecureFlow Kiosk is the next step in creating a superior checkpoint experience with uncompromising results," said Steve Novakovich, CEO of Garrett. Benefit of SecureFlow The company says that the kiosk will enhance both throughput and security by improving secondary screening efficiency Novakovich added: "In recent years, there has been a lack of progress in our industry in improving the tools and the processes of secondary screening, which is the check that comes after the primary screening platform signals an alarm. At Garrett, we have always believed that checkpoint security is only as good as the secondary screening process. SecureFlow helps address the need for better secondary screening by keeping critical information in front of the secondary screener in a simple, yet highly actionable form." "With the SecureFlow Kiosk, the screener doesn't have to observe the zone lights at the time of alarm or remember the location of the alarm in order to quickly and efficiently identify and remove contraband and threat objects. The benefit of SecureFlow for our customers is a faster identification of targets, a better checkpoint experience for those being screened, and possibly a reduction in the number of secondary screening personnel that are needed for smooth operations." Garrett encourages security customers The SecureFlow Kiosk is manufactured at Garrett's Garland, Texas, facility with appropriate design patents and trademark protections. Garrett encourages security customers to insist on buying genuine products from reputable companies to ensure quality, product performance, and effective security operations.